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Are there any test for lyme disease?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Many tests: There are many tests for lyme disease, but none are totally reliable. The ELISA test is positive in about half of those infected. The western blot test is positive in ~70% of cases, but most labs don't do a thorough enough version- i recommend igenex labs. Pcr tests are positive only ~20% of the time. A new test, a culture by advanced laboratories may detect lyme in >80% of cases so may be best.
Answered 2/19/2015
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Yes: There is a blood test that is available to test for lyme disease.
Answered 12/26/2013
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